I (heart) Valentine's Day!

But, I also love Arizona! And guess what?

It's Arizona Statehood Day! Happy 98th Birthday, Arizona.

That's right, Arizona received statehood on February 14th, 1912.

Here's just a few facts about the beloved Grand Canyon State!

State Motto: Ditat Deus (God Enriches)

State Flower: Saguaro Cactus Blossom

State Tree: Palo Verde

Official Neckwear: Bola Tie

(Does YOUR state have official neckwear?)

And to sign off I leave you our State Song(s):

ARIZONA

I love you, Arizona; Your mountains, deserts and streams; The rise of Dos Cabezas* And the outlaws I see in my dreams; I love you Arizona, Superstitions and all; The warmth you give at sunrise; Your sunsets put music in us all. Oo, Arizona; You're the magic in me; Oo, Arizona, You're the life-blood of me; I love you Arizona; Desert dust on the wind; The sage and cactus are blooming, And the smell of the rain on your skin. Oo, Arizona; You're the magic in me; Oo, Arizona, You're the life-blood of me. Now don't get me wrong, I love Arizona, but I wouldn't say "Arizona; you're the magic in me". Oh sure, it's good to be poetic in a state song, but that line is a bit much. And most of my loyalty is due to the fact that all my friends and family live there. I'd probably be just as loyal to Nebraska if everyone lived there. (note to family, don't move to nebraska...too cold)